
Frieda Belinfante
A conductor and member of the Dutch resistance who broke gender barriers and risked her life during WWII in defiance of the German occupation of the Netherlands.
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Sep 23, 2023 • 33min
SYMHC Classics: Frieda Belinfante
Frieda Belinfante, a conductor and member of the Dutch resistance, defied societal norms to pursue her career. During WWII, she forged documents, helped Jewish people escape, and organized a concert to defy Nazi laws. She evaded the Nazis and eventually found herself in a Dutch refugee camp. Belenfanta's legacy as a remarkable conductor and resistance fighter continues to inspire.